Spain: A quick 10 hour flight, 5 long days, 6 “colorful” designers, 3 cities, 16 diverse manufacturers, 1 van, 2 Hi-Speed trains, several bottles of cava, and countless dishes of regional specific paella… What was my take away from this cultural binge? I already knew about the quality, pride, and cache that go into Spanish Interiors and Products. What I did not know, and what we see less and less of here at home, is the family legacy that ingrained in these products. With little exception these manufacturers were...
read moreOne of Gettys’ newest additions, Rebecca brings nearly 15-years of hospitality design and branding leadership expertise to our team. As a Senior Project Manager in our Southern California office, she helps to facilitate multiple projects throughout China, Asia-Pacific and the US. Rebecca’s affinity for international culture and design shows through all that she does. She brings an authentic balance to our team and is a true role model within the firm. Get to know Rebecca as we know her with a little Q&A session! What was...
read moreBusiness travelers know that the ins and outs of traveling for work are not always glamorous. However, international project travel and multi-discipline collaboration with GETTYS provides for unique opportunities to expand our internal combined knowledge of global culture and design, while building long lasting relationships not only within the global GETTYS family but, with our fellow consultants, clients, and collaborators. Those familiar with the GETTYS culture and collaborative spirit know that our internal and external project...
read moreAs Chinese New Year approaches, at GETTYS Irvine we’re looking back on our adventures in Asia this past year – and the successes found in truly being a global firm with international inter-office collaboration. The connection between our GETTYS Hong Kong office under the leadership of Ariane Steinbeck, and our GETTYS Irvine office led by Dan Welborn is a natural geographic one spanning the Pacific – and also aided by the time zone difference of having our Hong Kong teams productive through their day just in time for Irvine to...
read moreThe final weeks of 2011 were very busy ones for GETTYS, with countless deadlines approaching, new projects being awarded, and many of us traveling to some exciting new cities. In true GETTYS style where we both work and play hard, I had the opportunity to not only visit some very notable destinations on business this past month, but also check out some local favorites during my few moments of down time. What better way to experience the indigenous flavor and maybe even take a little trip down memory lane? As many of you in the...
read moreThis past winter, the Gettys team based out of our Chicago headquarters participated in the “Inside Out” project, an international art phenomenon that has been taking the world by storm since its relatively recent debut. A global venture coordinated by the Artist Jr., the Ted Prize, and the masses themselves, “Inside Out” was initiated with the goal in mind of enabling people around the world to express their personal identities through artwork, specifically by utilizing images of their own faces. And what...
read moreKrystle’s design expertise not only surpasses normative expectations for attention to detail, but also bears in mind the future guests’ and proprietors’ desires. With her well-rounded talents and environmental focus, Krystle continually challenges both herself and others to bring innovative and forward-thinking ideas to the table. Her work experience across Asia and North America provides exceptional insight into design trends and allows her to respond to client and project needs both on a local and international scale....
read moreQ4 2011 has been an extremely busy time for the Gettys team as we prepare to bid adieu to this past year and brace ourselves to be propelled headfirst into 2012. However, even amidst the countless impending deadlines and intense travel schedules as the end of the year approaches, several team members have found the time to allow their innate talents to shine, receiving both recognition and praise from fellow industry professionals for their outstanding achievements. As evidenced by the following distinctions, Gettys’ success knows no bounds....
read moreJason is a practiced FF&A expert. Bringing over 10 years of supply chain experience to Gettys spanning the interior, industrial, and mechanical design fields, Jason’s procurement experience dates back to before global sourcing was a standard practice. His knowledge base gathered while working in international markets, including the advantages and related challenges of working overseas, brings tremendous value both to Gettys and its clients. Most recently, Jason completed the procurement and...
read moreOpening its doors in 1988 as the result of an aspiration imagined by four visionary Cornell Hotel School graduates, Gettys has passionately pursued the art of design since its inception, effectively establishing itself as a leader in today’s hospitality design market. With nearly 25 years of consistently demonstrated business savvy and expertise, Gettys has developed countless destinations around the world with some of the industry’s most discerning clients. Our studios’ approach to design focuses on...
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